Germany Carpark at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

The Carpark at BER Airport features a stunning architectural helix, offering a hypnotic perspective of repeating curves and structural symmetry that draws the eye directly toward the sky.

To capture the full scale of this concrete spiral, an ultra-wide 16-35mm or wider lens is essential. Using an aperture around f/4 will help maintain sharp details throughout the frame while allowing for a balanced exposure in the shaded interior. Since this is a functional space, a tripod is possible, but it is vital to watch your surroundings for vehicles and other airport travelers. For the best composition, walk to the center and aim straight upwards, utilizing your camera’s grid to keep the spiral perfectly balanced. To manage the high contrast between the dark concrete ramps and the bright central opening, monitor your histogram to avoid blowing out the highlights, or consider taking multiple exposures to merge into an HDR during post-processing.

S-Bahn, U-Bahn, and Bus nearby.